THE SEYCHELLES 8 DAY CRUISE 2019 ONBOARD THE MOTOR YACHT PEGASUS

Schedule

Day 1 – SATURDAY

Mahe Inter Island Quay - St Anne Island

Embarkation 15:00 to 16:00 pm. After the Welcome cocktail and safety drill, we leave Port Victoria and sail to nearby St Anne for a refreshing swim stop off the ship. Overnight at anchor near St Anne. Welcome dinner

Day 2 - SUNDAY

St Anne Island - Curieuse

We leave St Anne Island early in the morning to reach Curieuse. This morning we visit this uninhabited island, once a leper colony and home to giant tortoises. Our walking excursion with a park guide will bring us to the farm, along mangrove forests. Later we return to the beach for a BBQ under the trees. In the afternoon you can enjoy the beach and sea activities. Overnight at anchor.

Day 3 – MONDAY

Curieuse - Cousin Island - Anse Lazio

In the morning we sail for Cousin Island. Excursion to the Bird Sanctuary which is in the care Bird Life International. A quarter million birds breed on Cousin which also has several nesting beaches for turtles. Later in the afternoon we reach Anse Lazio. In the afternoon we sail to Anse Lazio, Praslin, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Time for water sports, snorkeling or optional diving. Evening at anchor.

Day 4 - TUESDAY

Anse Lazio – Aride - St Pierre - Baie St Anne, Praslin

In the morning we leave for Aride. Our excursion will take you all the way to the top of the island for an amazing view of the island. The island is home to the Wright's gardenia found nowhere else on earth and to bird species like the Audubon's shearwater, the Seychelles warbler. At noon we sail for St Pierre Island. We reach St Pierre after lunch for a 3 hour snorkeling and swimming stop. At sunset, we leave St Pierre to sail into Baie St Anne, Praslin. Overnight at dock. Creole Night.

Day 5 – WEDNESDAY

Baie St Anne, Praslin – Felicite or Grand Soeur – La Digue

Praslin Baie St Anne, optional tour to Vallee de Mai . Afternoon sailing to Felicite or Grand Soeur for snorkeling or optional diving excursion. Arrival in Felicite or Grand Soeur for afternoon snorkeling and swimming.. Evening sailing to La Digue. Evening arrival at La Digue. Anchor in front of the port. Overnight in La Digue.

Day 6 – THURSDAY

La Digue - Moyenne Island

Half day optional excursion in La Digue, the most photographed and quaint community in the Seychelles. Our optional excursion will take us to by bus to the Veuve Nature Reserve and through Union Plantation to l’ Anse Source d’ Argent beach. Arrive at L’ Union Estate and tour of the copra kiln, traditional coconut oil mill and the colonial plantation house. Time at Anse Source D’ Argent one of the most magnificent beaches in the world. Marvel at some of Seychelles most impressive rock formations – truly unique, whilst enjoying a refreshment. Time for hunting souvenirs at La Passe, the islands main village, before return to the ship. Late afternoon sailing to Moyenne island, opposite Mahe. Evening arrival at Moyenne. Overnight at anchor.

Day 7 – FRIDAY

Moyenne Island – Mahe, Inter Island Quay

Short guided around the island and time for swim. Beach BBQ on the island. This is the last opportunity for snorkelling and swimming, We leave Moyenne island for Mahe’s Victoria port in the afternoon. Late afternoon we reach the Inter Island Quay –Mahe. Captain’s farewell dinner with live music and dancing. Overnight in Mahe

Day 8 – SATURDAY

Mahe (Victoria)

Disembarkation 9:00 to 10.00 am

Important notes: Itineraries can be changed at the discretion of cruise operator and of the Vessel’s Captain in case of adverse weather conditions – winds of 6/7 beaufort or more depending on the vessel- on port authorities not allowing a vessel to leave port or in case of other extraordinary conditions. Such itinerary changes do not entitle automatically passengers to any refunds but Variety Cruises guarantees that passengers are disembarked at the advertised port of disembarkation on time for their flights.

Low season:

01, 08, 15, 22 June 2019
27 July 2019
03, 10, 17, 24 August 2019
07, 14, 21, 28 September 2019

High season:

29 December 2018
12, 19, 26 January 2019
02, 09, 16, 23 February 2019
02, 09, 16, 23, 30 March 2019
06, 13, 20, 27 April 2019
04, 11, 18, 25 May 2019
05, 12, 19, 26 October 2019

The Yacht

M/Y PEGASUS

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M/Y PEGASUS MOTOR YACHT

The twin-hulled Pegasus, built in 1990, completely refitted in the winter of 2012, and last renovated in 2015-2016, accommodates up to 44 guests in a relaxed, congenial atmosphere Service on board is provided by your Captain and his experienced marine and hotel crew members. It will be attentive or unobtrusive according to your requirements and priority is always given to the safety and comfort of passengers.

CABIN SPECIFICATIONS:

The M/Y PEGASUS outside cabins are located on the Sun Deck (3 cabins), Upper Deck (2 cabins) and Main Deck (16 cabins). All cabins feature large windows and offer en-suite bathrooms with shower, TV/VCR units, music channels, hairdryers, individually controlled A/C and safe deposit boxes. They are large and comfortable, decorated with soft color fabrics. The cabins are equipped with twin or queen size beds with 2 cabins being triple.

LIFE ON BOARD:

During the day, life on board centers around the indoor/outdoor Lounge and its American Bar on Upper Deck. Al fresco breakfast or dining is provided as a choice. The spacious Sun Deck is the ideal place to bask under the sun, read a good book or just gaze at the scenery. We have also added for your relaxation a Zen mini spa located on the Lower Deck, but massage services can be also provided on the Upper Deck.

UPPER DECK INDOOR LOUNGE & DINING ROOM:

The main lounge, with comfortable sofas, has a full-service bar and is the hub of social activities, such as the daily briefings on the destinations visited, and other gatherings. This area is ideal for enjoying the company of your fellow travelers or simply for reading a good book from the library. The adjoining dining area is surrounded by large windows providing beautiful views of the ports of call. It accommodates all guests in one single seating and provides a high standard of cuisine, always with some local flavor. The area was beautifully renovated in 2015 to feature wood flooring and comfortable sofas with soft fabrics in warm beige tone

UPPER DECK OUTDOOR DINING AREA:

Located on the Upper deck, the indoor and outdoor dining rooms seat all passengers in a single, unassigned seating and offer generous buffet space. The aft area at the Upper Deck provides generous semi-covered or sun-exposed areas where guests can enjoy meals al fresco, weather permitting. Unassigned seating allows easy mingling and the joy of sharing breakfast, lunch, or dinner with different new friends. Food is served at the table or displayed on the state of the art hot & cold buffets, also including a “a la minute cooking” section. The menu is international, with a focus on local specialties. You will enjoy magnificent sea views as you stroll our 2.500 square feet/240 m2 of open deck furnished with comfortable deck chairs or enjoy a ocean-view dining in the convivial and spacious restaurant area.

SUN DECK & OUTDOOR BAR AREA:

The Sun deck provides generous space and comfortable sun loungers are available to sunbathe in total comfort. A platform on Pegasus stern enables you to swim when weather and anchorage conditions permit.

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